Actress Kristen Stewart has sharply criticized President Donald Trump, saying that the current political climate in the United States has made it increasingly difficult for her to work freely as an artist.
In a recent interview, Stewart expressed deep frustration with what she described as growing political hostility, cultural division, and government influence over public life. She suggested that Trump’s leadership has created an environment in which many artists, including herself, feel constrained rather than liberated.
The Twilight and Spencer star said she has felt more comfortable pursuing creative projects outside the U.S., particularly in Europe, where she believes there is greater artistic freedom and less political pressure.
“I don’t feel like I can work the way I used to,” Stewart reportedly said. “There’s a sense that everything is being watched, judged, or politicized.”
Her comments have sparked mixed reactions. Supporters argue that she is highlighting real concerns about free expression under Trump’s administration, while critics say Hollywood remains one of the most politically outspoken industries in the country.
So far, the White House has not issued a direct response to Stewart’s remarks.
Stewart has long been vocal about social and political issues, including LGBTQ+ rights, women’s rights, and creative independence in the film industry. Her latest criticism has reignited debate over whether American artists feel increasingly restricted by politics rather than inspired by them.